Combine olive oil, coconut oil, sweet almond oil, apricot kernel oil, avocado oil, shea butter, and castor oil in a large stainless steel pot over medium heat to melt the coconut oil. Cool to around 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wearing protective gloves, goggles, and mask, take the lye and water outside and pour the lye into the water. Stir until it is dissolved. Allow to cool to around 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Add glycerin to oils.
Add lye water to oils and blend with stick blender until light trace.
Pour soap into a 2lb mold and cover with towels to insulate for 24 hours.
Notes
See notes below for how to use melt and pour soap base.